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Authentic Cincinnati Chili

Cincinnati chili is Ohio-style comfort food! This recipe will feed a crowd; serve over hot spaghetti or have it 4-Way with onions and Cheddar cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds lean ground beef
  • 1 large onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 8 oz can tomato sauce
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 4 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon ground allspice
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

  1. In a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it into small pieces. Drain excess fat.
  2. Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot; sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in tomato paste until well combined, then add tomato sauce and water.
  4. Sprinkle in chili powder, ground cinnamon, cumin, allspice, and cloves; add the bay leaf and Worcestershire sauce. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Bring to a gentle simmer, cover partially, and cook on low heat for 3 hours, stirring every 30 minutes.
  6. Remove the bay leaf, taste, and adjust seasoning as needed.
  7. Serve hot over spaghetti. Top with diced onions and shredded Cheddar for a classic 4-Way.
  8. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
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